Description Ready to do what you love and make a difference? The Glen Retirement System is looking for a dedicated and experienced Laundry Attendant.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Since 1898, The Glen strives to provide the best environment for seniors. Our focus is a “resident directed” philosophy that caters to each resident's individuality by respecting their choices, preserving their dignity and giving them every opportunity to live a purposeful life. We feel it is the best way to offer the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment that places the respect of our residents above all else. By embracing this philosophy, residents are happier and healthier.
Not only is The Glen Retirement System a great place to live, it’s a great place to work. We value our employees and make sure they know they are appreciated.
ASSIGNED SHIFT: Shift is normally an 8-hour shift (6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Thursday-Monday) but could be more or less and hours could be changed depending on the needs of The Glen. (assignment may vary)
REPORTING: Housekeeping & Laundry Supervisor
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To wash/dry washable clothing belonging to the residents of the facility. To launder all linens for the facility and maintain an adequate clean linen supply.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
- Retrieves soiled laundry from resident areas and returns laundered items to correct places.
- Maintains infection control by proper handling of clean and dirty linen, keeping said linens separate and not allowing soiled linen to be delivered through clean linen area.
- Follows standard washing and drying procedures.
- Launders resident machine-washable clothing according to labeling instructions & returns to resident in a timely manner.
- Removes thin, torn or permanently stained linen from supply and saves for cleaning rags.
- Maintains an adequate supply of clean linen for resident use.
- Reports all malfunctioning equipment.
- Keeps laundry area clean and lint free at all times.
- Maintains lost & found area for unmarked clothing.
- Launder and steam press tablecloths and napkins to be used in dining areas of all households. Other related projects, duties and responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
- Must be people-oriented individual, have good communication skills, and the ability to work with a diverse group of people.
- Must be able to work overtime as required.
- Well organized and self-motivated.
- Laundry experience very desirable
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to fulfill job requirements in a high-energy, high-traffic area.
- Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds; push/pull up to 90 pounds.
- Extensive standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, lifting
- Working in warm, humid environment